Middle East

Facing up to the future in the Middle East

After three decades of rapid expansion, carriers across the Gulf are facing much more challenging times as global aviation takes a new direction

Dubai airport to trial 'biometric border' next year

New biometric technology will make passports unnecessary, says tech firm

Qatar's Maldives flights 'continuing' despite diplomatic row

Airline faces potential blockade as row over ’terrorism support’ by Qatar continues

Etihad Airways to suspend flights to Qatar

The move comes after Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates announced they were cutting diplomatic ties with Qatar

Confusion around laptop ban extension after politicians offer mixed signals

Officials in Washington denied reports from Brussels that the idea had been scrapped

WTM brands on track to 'smash' 2016 global deals figure

Seven billion dollars were made in worldwide industry deals across the trade show portfolio last year

Emirates doubles its Birmingham double deckers

Emirates adds bigger aircraft at Birmingham after cutting frequency

ONS figures show record year for outbound travel in 2016

Brits went and spent abroad in record numbers last year

Watch the Jordan Tourism Board's Hymn to Jordan promotional video

WTM London boosts Speed Networking programme

The new schedule will allow attendees to host meetings before the exhibition floor has opened

Emirates to launch third daily Brisbane service

The carrier is offering special deals on UK-Brisbane flights to mark its increased capacity to the Queensland capital

No ordinary hotelier: Viceroy boss to give TEDx Talk

In between opening hotels in Dubai and Chicago, the chief of the 14-strong luxury group will speak at prestigious event

Emirates sees profits plunge after difficult year

Emirates Group warns of tough market conditions due to currency, Brexit and other issues

Local experiences are key to growing Persian Gulf tourism

Persian Gulf states must combine their newly built attractions with cultural offerings to maximise tourism potential, delegates at Arabian Travel Market were urged.

Cardiff airport secures long-haul link

Middle East carrier to start flights to Wales

Ancient Egyptian tomb discovery 'positive news' for tourism

A high-ranking tourism official heralded the find as "something we all really need"

Two million holidaymakers set to head abroad over Easter

Spain remains the top destination for those looking for some sunshine

Egypt introduces state of emergency in wake of bomb attacks

The restrictions come after more than 44 people were killed in the attack

Emirates doubles Dubai-Bali connector flights

The carrier will introduce a second daily service to the Indonesian island on July 2

Monarch boosts winter 2017-18 schedule with 430,000 seats

The carrier said its programme would feature more “sociable” flight times

Emirates offers laptop-handling service for US flights

Airline responds to US ban on taking larger electronic devices onboard

Selling power: The ins and outs of tipping on small group tours

Participants on small-group adventure tours often encounter individuals who contribute to their trip, but the tipping process can be awkward. TTG looks at how agents can better prepare clients and add value to their booking

US set to ban laptops on some Middle East flights

Most electronic devices will not be allowed onboard certain flights to the US

Getting the most out of the Red Sea region

Sharm el Sheikh may remain off-sale in the UK, but there are plenty of other options for sunseekers around the rest of the Red Sea. TTG reports